34 days' rest with 7 days' leave in 2012: Last year we lost 2 half days, this year we'll lose another half day

Last year we lost 2 half days, this year we'll lose another half day :(( 2011 Christmas eve was on Saturday, 2011 new year's eve was on Saturday and 2012 Lunar new year's eve is on Sunday. However, there are opportunities for long weekends in 2012 if you take leave. Get 34 days of rest with 7 days' leave. Lunar New Year Monday, 23 January 2012 and Tuesday, 24 January 2012 Take leave from Wednesday to Friday. (3 days' leave gives you 9 days' rest) Good Friday Friday, 6 April 2012 This is one holiday that always falls on Friday. You'll get 3 days' rest. Labour Day Tuesday, 1 May 2012 Take 1 day leave on Monday to get 4 days' rest. Vesak Day Saturday, 5 May 2012 Hopefully your company gives you a day off in lieu. National Day Thursday, 9 August 2012 Take 1 day leave on Friday to get 4 days' rest. Hari Raya Puasa Sunday, 19 August 2012 Monday will be a public holiday so you'll...